Solid Waste Driver II or III Swing Driver

***CDL Positions HIRING INCENTIVE***

Eligible newlyhiredcandidateshired into a position requiring a CDL will receive an incremental hiring incentive upon satisfactory job performance after completion of 3 6 and 12 months of service.

Class A or Class B CDL: $3000one-time hiring incentive to be paid in $1000 increments (not added to base salary)

Continuation of this Recruitment/Hiring Incentive Program is subject to available funding and approval by the Manager.
The selected applicant for this position may come in at either a Driver II or III level based on qualifications and/or assignment.

For Solid Waste Driver II

• Must possess a valid Class BGeorgia Commercial Drivers License.
• Must be able to meet the current training requirements for this position as outlined in the Solid Waste Certification Program within the required time frame.
• AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
  • High school diploma or equivalent withone year of heavy vehicle drivingexperiencerequired
• OR
  • High School diploma or equivalent with6 months of heavy vehicle driving experience and certificate of completion from a licensed commercial driving schoolapproved by the Georgia Department of Driver Services;
• OR
  • Five years of heavy vehicle driving experiencein solid waste vehicles specifically automated side loader front end loader rear loader roll-off and/or boom truck required; any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this position.

• High school diploma or equivalentwithtwoyears of heavy vehicle experience required; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this position.
• Must possess a validClass AGeorgia Commercial Drivers License.
• Must be able to meet the current training requirements for this position as outlined in the Solid Waste Certification Program within the required time frame.

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Operates assigned collection truck on predetermined routes to collect refuse leaf and limb compostable or recyclable materials from residential commercial or institutional buildings or property; collects and transports to designated facilities.

Performs routine maintenance checks and services on vehicles (e.g. greasing checking air pressure oil and other fluid levels washing etc.) and determines that the vehicle is in proper working condition prior to operation; informs appropriate personnel of necessary repairs to the vehicle.

Maintains daily route records and reports including records of blocked containers extra charges and work orders; notifies supervisory personnel of any customer non-conformance with policies and/or procedures.

Maintains radio contact (using two-way radio) with dispatcher regarding route changes work orders etc.; follows all written and verbal instructions.

Demarcates locates and audits residential and commercial volume-based garbage fee system leaf and limb services composting and/or recycling collection services.

Communicates with the general public to provide basic customer service information about all Solid Waste Department programs i.e. distributes written information about Solid Waste Department programs to customers.

Maintains distributes and picks up collection containers.

Picks up dead animals when required.

Operates other vehicles such as a forklift as required.

Participates in disaster teams during inclement weather.

Washes vehicle on a regular basis.

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies procedures and activities of the Solid Waste Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Solid Waste Driver II.

Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.

Knowledge of the relevant forms (i.e. vehicle maintenance and work orders route schedules collection route sheets etc.) logs (i.e. vehicle daily and mileage logs) equipment operating and maintenance manuals and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.

Knowledge of the use of rear or side loaders specialized recycling/refuse collection forklifts pay loaders pick-up trucks etc.

Knowledge of the use of a two-way radio.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.

Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

Ability to handle the required mathematical calculations.

Ability to plan organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.

Ability to comprehend and apply the regulations and procedures of the department.